Pretty Palomino, Part 1: Melody

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Pretty Palomino

Pretty Palomino, Part 1: Melody

Pretty Palomino, Part 2: Melody Play-Along Track

Pretty Palomino, Part 3: Johnny Gimble Solo

Pretty Palomino, Part 4: Solo Play-Along Track

Pretty Palomino, Part 5: Alternative Part

Pretty Palomino, Part 6, Complete Play-Along Track

Pretty Palomino, Part 7: Rhythm Play-Along Track

Pretty Palomino, Part 1: Melody

“Pretty Palomino” is a western swing fiddle tune in the key of A that comes from western swing fiddle great Johnny Gimble. Chad walks you through the melody of “Pretty Palomino” in this video.

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